Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

These moist and vibrant-tasting muffins add a touch of elegance to a brunch or tea. But don’t wait for a special occasion to whip up a batch. These muffins will be cause for celebration whenever you make them. I used silicone baking cups called “Baking Buddies” instead of muffin papers to test this recipe. I was a little concerned that the heavy dough would cause the cups to lose their shape and the muffins to spread rather than rise. (Gluten-free dough has a knack for doing that.) As you can see, they rose beautifully. I set half in muffin tins and half on a baking sheet just in case, but there was no perceptible difference between the two. These silicone cups wash easily, too. Fun to use and I love the colors. You can buy them on Amazon.